A demonstration is planned near the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur on May 16, 2025. The event is set to occur at 2:00 p.m. in front of the Menara See Hoy Chan building, located at 374 Jalan Tun Razak. U.S. citizens are advised to stay informed through local media updates as traffic disruptions and a police presence are expected around the embassy.
The U.S. Embassy will close its front entrance to pedestrian traffic starting at noon on the day of the demonstration until it concludes. While there is no current indication that the protest will turn violent, the embassy cautions that "the nature of protests can change quickly and with little warning." It also reminds non-Malaysians that participating in demonstrations in Malaysia is illegal.
U.S. citizens are encouraged to take specific actions: avoid areas where demonstrators gather, monitor local media for updates, avoid crowds and demonstrations, and remain aware of their surroundings.
For assistance, U.S. citizens can contact the U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur at +603-2168-5000 or via email at KLACS@state.gov. More information can be found on their website https://my.usembassy.gov or by enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program at step.state.gov for security updates.